We emerge from the Richtersveld and finally cross this line onto the tarred road at Alexander Bay.
After a few days of silence, isolation and gravel roads – sometimes almost impassable – we find some symbolism in this line.
Behind us lies solitude, silence.
Ahead of us crowds, noisiness, other vehicles, traffic.
Behind the line there are very few chores or responsibilities other than the basics of water, fire, food, shelter, good manners…
Before us await the daily grind of work, security, barking dogs, taxes, time pressures, routine, worries…
After 2000km we leave behind simplicity… and drive into complexity.
But then again… there’s also.. wifi, communication, connectivity, hot baths, creature comforts, colleagues, family… friends… to look forward to.
And our home.
